Step 1

In a skillet over medium high heat cook the bacon for 5 minutes or until crisp; remove with a slotted spoon and set aside.

Step 2

Sprinkle fish with 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Add fish to drippings in pan and cook for 4-5 minutes on one side or until golden. Remove fish form pan (fish will not be cooked through yet).

Step 3

Add fennel and bell peppers to and and saute for 5 minutes. Reduce heat to medium low. Add kale to pan and arrange fish on top of kale; add stock to pan and cover and cool k6-8 minutes or until kale is wilted and fish flakes easily when tested with a fork. Sprinkle with bacon, remaining salt (1/4 teaspoon) and remaining pepper (1/4 teaspoon), parsley, fennel fronds, and vinegar.